Panicum javanicum – Famine Foods

Panicum javanicum

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Additional Information

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Poir.
Misc:
India (Bhill group): as for Panicum colonum (q.v.), but reported less sweet in taste. Chemical composition (per grams/100g): Proteid = 10.50g. Fat = 4.0g. Carbohydrate (soluble) = 42.11g. Fibre = 17.02g. Ash = 16g. Water = 8.82g. Calories = 258. Soil type favored by plant: waste land.

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